In the federal system the prosecutor may arrest and detain a "material witness" (= one whose testimony is essential) if it is shown (before a judge) that "it may become impracticable to secure the presence of the person by subpoena (e.g., they may run away)." If the witness's testimony can be obtained by deposition (out-of-court Q&A's under oath), the witness may be detained thereafter only if further detention is "not necessary to prevent a failure of justice." 18 USC 3144.

State systems are probably the same. Material witnesses are usually detained to prevent flight, or for their own protection.

Everyone here @ MS knows that there IS no case unless the victim speaks out, and that others will be at risk unless the perp is locked up. Peace... and Justice!

They should put her on house arrest; regardless of the law, it is disgusting to put someone into prison who has obviously already suffered from a great deal of trauma. I would sue if I was her, and certainly say to hell with your 'justice.'

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